Farm Drones UK is revolutionizing the agricultural industry with its innovative spraying system that utilizes drone technology to meet the specific needs of farmers. While pesticide spraying by drones is currently prohibited in the UK, Farm Drones UK’s system can still be used to apply other liquid agents with controlled droplet sizes between 60 and 400 microns. One of the primary applications of this system is in the horticultural sector, where it is used to apply and remove shading agents on greenhouse roofs.
Alex Sliusarenko, Managing Director of Farm Drones UK, explains the significance of greenhouse shading in regulating internal temperatures during hot summer months and the importance of removing these coatings in autumn to maximize winter light exposure. The use of drone technology for these operations eliminates the need for human presence on the structure, making the process safer and more efficient.
Based in Berkshire, Farm Drones UK serves growers nationwide, assisting British growers in managing their crops by incorporating advanced aerial technology into the fields and greenhouses of the UK’s horticultural and arable sectors. Co-founded by Alex, a Ukrainian-born vegetable grower with expertise in drone systems, the company focuses on helping growers work more efficiently, sustainably, and safely.
The company has established partnerships with leading distributors such as Fargro, a trusted UK distributor of Lumiforte. This collaboration provides Farm Drones UK with expert product support, enabling them to deliver a safe, high-quality service that is backed by the latest agricultural research and innovation.
Utilizing drones for greenhouse shading offers numerous benefits in terms of safety and efficiency. By applying coatings to greenhouse roofs without the need for workers to climb up, the process becomes safer and more time-efficient. Farm Drones UK is currently engaged in summer shading operations for greenhouses but is already planning for the upcoming autumn cleaning operations, showcasing how drone services can provide year-round support to growers.
The core service offering of Farm Drones UK focuses on flexibility, speed, and precision. Their drones can operate in challenging terrains where conventional machinery may fail, such as steep slopes, soft soils, or among vulnerable crops. Equipped with modular systems for both dry spreading and liquid spraying, the drones can cover up to 100 hectares a day, offering a more efficient alternative to traditional farming methods.
While the current UK regulations limit the operating range of agricultural drones to within visual line of sight, Farm Drones UK continues to innovate and adapt its technology to meet the needs of British growers. The company’s dry spreading unit, capable of handling particles ranging from 1 to 8 mm, is used for sowing cover crops into standing crops, resulting in improved soil health and structure.
Farm Drones UK’s mission is to bridge the technology gap in the UK agricultural sector by providing precision drone services tailored to the needs of British growers. As awareness grows about the potential benefits of drone-based systems, more UK farmers are turning to this technology as a way to farm smarter and more efficiently. With rising input costs and growing environmental concerns, drone technology offers a sustainable solution to reduce waste, protect crops, and improve overall efficiency.
For more information on Farm Drones UK and their innovative services, please visit their website at www.farmdronesuk.com or contact Alex Sliusarenko, Co-Founder and Managing Director, at [email protected]
